RecruitingPhase 1Phase 2NCT07301710

Low-Tech Treatments for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Myofunctional Therapy for Obstructive Sleep Apnea in U.S. Service Members With and Without Traumatic Brain Injury

Sponsor

Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences

Enrollment

60 participants

Start Date

Jan 29, 2026

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)

Summary

The overall purpose of this study is to compare changes in sleep outcomes in people with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) depending on their participation in one of two behavioral interventions; both involve drinking water and breathing. A second purpose is to compare outcomes between people who have sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and those with no history of TBI. The main questions it aims to answer are whether sleep quality improves after 3-months of high-resistance versus low-resistance exercises, and whether people have different outcomes depending on their history of TBI.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 65 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying a behavioral approach called High-Resistance Breathing and Drinking Exercises and a behavioral approach called Low-Resistance Breathing and Drinking Exercises for people with obstructive sleep apnea (osa) and traumatic brain injury (tbi). The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 18 Years to 65 Years.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALHigh-Resistance Breathing and Drinking Exercises

Three months of drinking at least 32-oz of water daily through a high-resistance nozzle, and inhaling and exhaling 60 times per day through a high-resistance breathing device

BEHAVIORALLow-Resistance Breathing and Drinking Exercises

Three months of drinking 32-oz of water daily through a low-resistance nozzle, and inhaling and exhaling 40 times per day through a low-resistance breathing device